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Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Clay Conversation Hearts

A few years ago, I decorated for Valentine's Day by filling a vase with with conversation hearts. I loved the way it looked but it seemed a little wasteful as neither me nor my husband like conversation hearts. This year I decided I wanted to make some hearts that would last and I wouldn't feel guilty about not eating.

Start by kneading the clay for 2 minutes, don't over-knead it. Then press the clay into the mold. You want to over fill it just a little on one side, to use it to pull the heart out.

Cut the excess off with a toothpick, or you know, an actual sculpey tool. Next, gently press the letters into the clay. Not too hard, or you'll get a circle around the letter, but not too soft either. Experiment.

Next, bake for about 20 minutes at 275.

Let the hearts cool and then sand the edges to make them smooth. I used a nail file.

Now paint. If you got colored clay, skip this part. Let the paint completely dry, using two coats if needed.

Next, take a tooth pick and dip it into the red paint. Smear over the letters.

I love this idea! They are so cute...I bet my 3 year old son would totally try to eat them:) I would love it if you stopped by to share this at my linky party going on right now:)http://too-much-time.com/2012/02/diy-craft-link-party.html